Chaparral 267 SSX, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Power steering provides positive steering control while providing the
operator with the steering sensitivity and “feel” needed for good steer-
ing control. An enclosed cable system connects the steering wheel to
the stern drive. Check cables regularly and tighten them as needed.
Note: Your boat has a mechanical steering system. Refer to
the steering manufacturer’s owner’s manual found in your
Owner’s Packet, for detailed information regarding use, care
and maintenance of the steering system.
Note: Refer to the engine manufacturer’s information found in
your Owner’s Packet for use, care and maintenance instruc-
tions for power steering units installed on their motors.
THROTTLE
The throttle controls the boat’s speed and the direction the boat
travels. If the throttle is in its center neutral position, the boat will not
move forward or aft with the engine running. Moving the throttle for-
ward from center moves the boat forward. Moving the throttle aft
moves the boat backward. The speed at which the boat moves is
directly related to how far the operator pushes the throttle.
Note: The throttle must be in its center neutral position before
the engine will start. See your engine manufacturer’s owner’s
manual for specific starting instructions.
POWER TRIM
The power trim system allows the operator to raise and lower the
stern drive to adjust the drive angle while underway. It also allows
the operator to raise and lower the drive for trailering, beaching, and
operation in shallow water. Control your trim setting with the trim
4-3
CAUTION: Acceleration at full throttle is not recommended until
after the engine “break-in period.” This break-in period also
coincides with the engine 20-hour checkup.
WARNING
IN CASE OF FIRE DO NOT OPEN ENGINE
BOX OR COMPARTMENT. SHUT DOWN ENGINE,
GENERATOR, AND BLOWERS, CONTINUOUSLY
DISCHARGE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF AGENT
PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER THROUGH
PORT IMMEDIATELY.
DO NOT OPEN ENGINE BOX